CVE-2021-24617

GamePress <= 1.1.0 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting

Description

The GamePress WordPress plugin through 1.1.0 does not escape the op_edit POST parameter before outputting it back in multiple Game Option pages, leading to Reflected Cross-Site Scripting issues

Category

6.1
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.21%
Third-Party Advisory wpscan.com
Affected: Unknown GamePress – The Game Database Plugin
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://wpscan.com/vulnerability/3e262cd7-ca64-4190-8d8c-38b07bbe63e0 third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2021-24617?
CVE-2021-24617 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2021-24617?
To fix CVE-2021-24617, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2021-24617 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2021-24617 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2021-24617?
CVE-2021-24617 affects Unknown GamePress – The Game Database Plugin.
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